Best DIY video ever! Real problems and attempts at solutions that don’t always work. Just like real life. By being honest, you’ve given me the confidence to try this myself on my Jon boat. Thanks!
Absolutely one of the best install vids I've seen because the struggle is real! We all go through the same issues and use every tool we have to get it done. Looks awesome and great job!!!!
Pilot holes are recommended. Always try one out (without the bezel) to see if the screws will work OK. Then you won't risk marring the bezel. Still a good video of how not to do it. It's ok as long as you learn from your mistakes. Trying and failing = learning. That's a good thing. That's how I learned.
Hey M.D., great video, sorry for your struggles with the screws. Had the same problem when trying to make a repair/update to an old aluminum smoker a couple years back, stainless "coated" screws from the same big box store kept breaking. Went to Ace & bought REAL stainless screws & got it done + they sell them by the screw. Cheers 🍻
If I made one suggestion always have the doors open so when you are flying across the lake and bouncing make sure the lid will blow shutif its not latched. In this case if it jiggled open it might damage the hinges. I have a 1448 that I'm going to do similiar. good job.
Man great video. The good, the bad and the ugly. I give you full credit for showing all, and I felt your pain as I have struggled with small stainless screws on a similar project that snapped off and caused a PITA problem, cheap little POS's. Regardless you got 'er done and were successful in the end. Keep up the great work and the videos. Thumbs up and new sub here. 👍👍
Nice mods! I know EXACTLY why your screws broke off, it's that driver and it has a ton of torque. I know this because I have the same exact Rigid as you do! 😁😁😁 I have resorted to drilling out practically everything I use my driver on. Ha ha ha
The rail is just Gear Track for Kayaks, I got mine off of an old Kayak, but you can get them all over the internet, the Cup Holder is for Yakattack, Just reach Yakattak cupholder and they will be there. They are $20, I love them
I got them from Boatoutfitters.com if you can’t find them, you can call and ask them about the ones in the Jon boat video. They are familiar with the video
which box is the one u have? i tried to look on the website but didnt see exact ones...u have a great idea there tho...that website is very very expensive for alot of plastic lol smh...its crazy high price couldn't believe it...
does it leak where the metal meets the plastic frame around the hatch? wanting to install them on the wooden deck that i am installing on my tri hulls front deck
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures i did this in my boat and built a casting deck. My boat is more stable and gets on plane immediately. And It is less noisy at full speed now used to have many vibrations and squeek with people moving about.
@@drewgregory2370 putting foam into the seats can’t make the boat more stable and improve getting it onto plane. No buoyancy has changed as the foam is not displacing any water.
@@teeanahera8949 so you must be an engineer and boat builder , please examine why manufacturers use foam in boats then if it doesn't help with anything? I've used this process and copied brands like tracker and rangers boats . It dramatically improved the performance and handling in my boat and I added 70 plus pounds to the boat in materials and the boat is 2-3 miles an hour faster and is more stable in rough conditions. I understand the foam isn't directly contacting water and it's not water tight , it simply fills all the voids in the structures needed and stiffens the hull.
Why didn't they have these back in the days instead of building from fiberglass🙄 and now I don't own a aluminum John boat either 😂 but dam good job brother I'll still snatch up them tubs so I'll have them on hand to be ready when I get me another v Hull aluminum John boat great video and thank you bro fish on
They are called ,Storage bins with removable tubs. You should call them and ask about them. At one time they were out of stock, so they removed them from the website.
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures bruh some people just don't have boat experience. to be asking questions like dat if you're taking on water and have an outboard motor just pull the plug and it'll drain out while your moving towards land or shallow water 😁
Thanks for sharing, job well done, BUT wear your safety googles when you are using those power tools man, those aluminum shavings won't feel good when they fly into your eye and could lead to serious injury.
I actually couldn't find them either. When I ordered them they were easy to find. I am reaching out to Boat Outfitters and getting a part number to put in the description, hopefully next week. I'll remember those details on the next projects
Great clasp. Rigid interior shelves. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxBrJOMRANMI82dPOK0qoDtHhP-JpbErUg Yeah the shelves sometimes get misaligned with their supports in the lid if you don't have the lid fully flat, or you twist the shelves as you're pulling them out, but pretty much a non issue; just reseat and you're fine. Some spools of thread are a little too big and cause the shelves to not close all the way, however with the clasp you can still get the lid locked if the shelves aren't completely collapsed without breaking things ... so far.
Hey check this Cup holder out from Yakgadget. I like it better and you can use my discount code (MDOA)for a discount. yakgadget.com/collections/track-mounted-accessories/products/quickcup-cup-holder
At gary McCann let's hope you don't have a boat for someone to tell you that your gonna sink and lose all of your shit and maybe your dam life for sinking. Boy you're jinx stay away from good people whom only trying to make life easier and on a budget DIY to say I'm impressed that I really done it myself without paying high dollar price to be comfortable in my boat. you could have said something a whole lot nicer. Bruh
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures the engine is where the weight is you could wind up floating stearn down but the bow straight up. But!!!! in 70 years of boating neither my self nor friends have ever sunk a boat. Probably should not say that. Now I may sink my boat.
@@johngray2526 hey John, I have never sunk a boat but stuff happens. I fish the Texad coast. In Matagorda bay the waves can stack up is a few min's with a afternoon thunderstorm. And it is a long swim to anywhere.
@@garymccann2960 bruh I've been Brownsville all the way to Caribbean to south Carolina the whole coastal waters in the Gulf of Mexico working on a 165 foot crewboats and offshore tugs I've owned my own boats ranging from 12 footers to 36 foot in my lifetime never have I disrespect the waters or any safety guidelines along with mother nature if the boats aren't seaworthy I don't get on it. I've lived on the Gulf of Mexico nearly my entire life. working on boats months at a time. I have never told any boaters what you had said just because a little styrofoam had been removed to install an dry storage or a live well... but happy safe boating to you bruh stay safe on all waters including your bathtub
Friendly tip, you shouldn’t use stainless steel screws on aluminum. Stainless is corrosion resistant but not when it contacts aluminum. The two metals react with each other and actually cause corrosion over time.
Thanks for the time and videoing your Restoration. Oh and check out my upgrades on my G3 Sportsman for more ideas at th-cam.com/video/UBA1ExuXCZo/w-d-xo.html
Has anyone found a cheaper drop in hatch? these ones are $165 each
Not sure, they are high, but still in great shape today
Making cost effective improvements to your boat is a challenge to most weekend warriors. kudos to you man, for a job well done.
Wow, thank you so much!!
I like to see the mistakes and all because if I run into them myself I can see how you got around them.
Great point. Thanks for the comment
Best DIY video ever! Real problems and attempts at solutions that don’t always work. Just like real life. By being honest, you’ve given me the confidence to try this myself on my Jon boat. Thanks!
What an awesome comment. Thank you so much
Good vid, it's hard to find mods that dont involve turning the boat into a mini bass boat.
That is so true. I just wanted simple and easy. Thanks for the comment
Agreed...Every dang vid of any "upgrade" is just conversions to bass boat.
Absolutely one of the best install vids I've seen because the struggle is real! We all go through the same issues and use every tool we have to get it done. Looks awesome and great job!!!!
That boat looks awesome! You have definitely made this boat look new an beyond!! Great job Michael!
Thanks man, we need to go back out in it so that I can whoop up on you again!!!!
Thank you so much for sharing. I been pondering how to put storage bin in my existing seats. Great idea!
Pilot holes are recommended. Always try one out (without the bezel) to see if the screws will work OK. Then you won't risk marring the bezel. Still a good video of how not to do it. It's ok as long as you learn from your mistakes. Trying and failing = learning. That's a good thing. That's how I learned.
very clean ,great job bud!
Thanks 👍
This is what I'm looking for! Great job.
Hey M.D., great video, sorry for your struggles with the screws. Had the same problem when trying to make a repair/update to an old aluminum smoker a couple years back, stainless "coated" screws from the same big box store kept breaking. Went to Ace & bought REAL stainless screws & got it done + they sell them by the screw. Cheers 🍻
If I made one suggestion always have the doors open so when you are flying across the lake and bouncing make sure the lid will blow shutif its not latched. In this case if it jiggled open it might damage the hinges. I have a 1448 that I'm going to do similiar. good job.
Great idea, good job sticking with it.
The STRUGGLE is real. The simple projects sometimes turn into a major undertaking 😂
Man great video. The good, the bad and the ugly. I give you full credit for showing all, and I felt your pain as I have struggled with small stainless screws on a similar project that snapped off and caused a PITA problem, cheap little POS's. Regardless you got 'er done and were successful in the end. Keep up the great work and the videos. Thumbs up and new sub here. 👍👍
Good job... Ordering right now
I am very impressed with them, I will probably order a couple more myself
Thanks for the "real" video because setbacks happen in every project! Keeping it real!
That's nice so clean looking
And close to a year later, parked outside, they still look good. I'm impressed with them
Very nice dey storage bins.
Those are some good looking storage bins
And during the hard rains, they didn't leak a bit!
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures can u let me know what size and which is those bin i would love to get like 2 too those r nice
Great information
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, I just subscribed!
Thank you so much!!!
Those are really cool
I love them
Thank you for sharing.
Man that’s a great idea.
I did the same thing but I used motorhome side compartment doors. Waterproof and lockable. No bins. Cheap upgrade!!
I wish I had thought of that
Nice mods! I know EXACTLY why your screws broke off, it's that driver and it has a ton of torque. I know this because I have the same exact Rigid as you do! 😁😁😁 I have resorted to drilling out practically everything I use my driver on. Ha ha ha
Probably true. It is a bad little tool
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures I actually love my set. Its a tool so you have to learn the nuances of them.😁😁😁
Gotta be the most hi-tech Jon boat I’ve ever seen!! Installed like a professional!!
You know it!!!!!
Awesome, thank you for sharing I just Subscribed
Awesome! Thank you for watching and the Sub!!
Nice! Gotta have, only wish they werent white but I think some camo vinyl wrap will do the trick.
Nice video! Question... what screws did you use to drill into the boat?
great video! I loved how you trial and error, i do same thing... if you had your perfect video setup I would have got bored :).
“We gonna try to leave em and drill around em”. That’s my kinda install!
the honest version is the best version, that's the real deal...
I agree with that and I hope that people learn from my mistakes. Thanks for the comment
With this mod, does removing the foam affect the boat ?
Nice! 👍
I like it 😊
Thanks
I did the same thing but I also added a deck to the top of it so it looks more like a bass boat
I though about that, but I don't think my boat is wide enough to handle a top type deck
Where did you get the rail and cup holder? I’d love to add one or two of these to my jon boat project.
The rail is just Gear Track for Kayaks, I got mine off of an old Kayak, but you can get them all over the internet, the Cup Holder is for Yakattack, Just reach Yakattak cupholder and they will be there. They are $20, I love them
How did it work, removing the brace. Did the boat flex more than before taking out the brace
I couldn't tell a difference, at all
Where can I get one of those gear tracks? Is that a cup holder on yours?
Good Video, folks please use safety glasses when doing any cutting you can see the metal flying
Very nice video and great job .. but do you think removing this foam will not effect the floating of the boat ..?
It didn't, the foam helps float the boat if it's sinking. Hopefully it won't sink. Lol
Nice video. I recommend safety glasses though when cutting metal like that. ~from experience.
Awesome. Next time run the screw on through. I figured that out the hard way. More material to grab on the bottom end.
I will absolutely try that next time, thanks for the tip
Awesome man 🤙🏼
Thanks! 😁
Where did you find it live well with buckets system? I can’t find it and Amazon not there.
I got them from Boatoutfitters.com if you can’t find them, you can call and ask them about the ones in the Jon boat video. They are familiar with the video
which box is the one u have? i tried to look on the website but didnt see exact ones...u have a great idea there tho...that website is very very expensive for alot of plastic lol smh...its crazy high price couldn't believe it...
that accent *shivers*
are those strong enough to sit on ?
I think I have the same model Jon. The HIN number on mine only has 9 digit's....does yours have the same or 12 like usual?
Mine didn't even have one, or atleast I couldn't find it, I don't think they used Hin on old ones, and mine is old. Lol
Love those bins. Next time use self tapping sheet metal screws
I hope there isn't a next time. LOl but I absolutely will, thanks for the tip
does it leak where the metal meets the plastic frame around the hatch? wanting to install them on the wooden deck that i am installing on my tri hulls front deck
I honestly can't answer that. I know the bins are very dry. But the way the bench is, I can't tell if they leak there
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures all good thanks
i went on site but couldnt find them ones. is there a part number or specific name thanks
Sorry for the delayed reply. Innovative Storage Bin with Tub 11"x 15" Part number 13770-51811
Where did you find those at?
You should remove the bins and use expanding foam in there. It not only helps the buoyancy, also sound deadening the hull.
I believe I will try that, do you think it will absorb water and be heavy?
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures i did this in my boat and built a casting deck. My boat is more stable and gets on plane immediately. And It is less noisy at full speed now used to have many vibrations and squeek with people moving about.
@@drewgregory2370 putting foam into the seats can’t make the boat more stable and improve getting it onto plane. No buoyancy has changed as the foam is not displacing any water.
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures you would need an expanding foam that is suitable for external applications ie it is not able to absorb water.
@@teeanahera8949 so you must be an engineer and boat builder , please examine why manufacturers use foam in boats then if it doesn't help with anything? I've used this process and copied brands like tracker and rangers boats . It dramatically improved the performance and handling in my boat and I added 70 plus pounds to the boat in materials and the boat is 2-3 miles an hour faster and is more stable in rough conditions. I understand the foam isn't directly contacting water and it's not water tight , it simply fills all the voids in the structures needed and stiffens the hull.
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
To: Bry from NY, you can get them at Overton"s
Cool
Why didn't they have these back in the days instead of building from fiberglass🙄 and now I don't own a aluminum John boat either 😂 but dam good job brother I'll still snatch up them tubs so I'll have them on hand to be ready when I get me another v Hull aluminum John boat great video and thank you bro fish on
Man I've built a little of everything fiberglass, lol. I'm with you. Thanks for the reply
Why didn't you use a locking plier on the underside and just scewed the broken tips out further?
I actually tried that. The screws were almost flush on the bottom. It was definitely a struggle
Where did you get that cup holder?
It's a Yakattack Multimount Cupholder. They are easy to find on the internet. I love them
Like seeing the mistakes makes it real because we all do it
What is the actual name of those bins because I can’t find them
They are called ,Storage bins with removable tubs. You should call them and ask about them. At one time they were out of stock, so they removed them from the website.
I like those tubs I tried to find them and couldn't find them can you give me a link? Do you think it's dangerous to remove this stara phone?
I can give you the part number 13770-51811 ( Innovative Storage Bin with Removable Tube 11"x15"). I hope that helps
I don't feel like it is dangerous because the front and rear still has styrofoam in them. And i almost always fish near the shore.
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures bruh some people just don't have boat experience. to be asking questions like dat if you're taking on water and have an outboard motor just pull the plug and it'll drain out while your moving towards land or shallow water 😁
If you're concerned about taking on water, wire in a bilge pump. Durrr
@@lovetogun3611 right some people just don't have brain when stuff like that happen lol instead they will jump in the water with the panet hahaha
Can you stand on top them?
Yes, but i don't know if they would hold up to continuous standing
What was the dimensions of the box?
Thanks for sharing, job well done, BUT wear your safety googles when you are using those power tools man, those aluminum shavings won't feel good when they fly into your eye and could lead to serious injury.
Where'd you get the boxes
I think I put the link in the description. I'll look and get back with you
i also went to the website and couldn't find the bins. A manufacture's name or brand would be real helpful. Thanks in advance.
I actually couldn't find them either. When I ordered them they were easy to find. I am reaching out to Boat Outfitters and getting a part number to put in the description, hopefully next week. I'll remember those details on the next projects
Great clasp. Rigid interior shelves. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxBrJOMRANMI82dPOK0qoDtHhP-JpbErUg Yeah the shelves sometimes get misaligned with their supports in the lid if you don't have the lid fully flat, or you twist the shelves as you're pulling them out, but pretty much a non issue; just reseat and you're fine. Some spools of thread are a little too big and cause the shelves to not close all the way, however with the clasp you can still get the lid locked if the shelves aren't completely collapsed without breaking things ... so far.
Sweet man if you would of just cut a little more in towards the center they would of fit perfect
What size are these ??
The Tubs are 11x 15 inches. I'm really impressed with them. I would definitely buy again!
You reckon they would make a decent cooler, for bottles of water, or a cup of worms
Should have put vise grips on bottom under seat and turned them through.
Spray foam around when done
I think I will take your advice on that
Hell no those tubs are 159?
Can I get the link for that cup holder? Lol
Hey check this Cup holder out from Yakgadget. I like it better and you can use my discount code (MDOA)for a discount.
yakgadget.com/collections/track-mounted-accessories/products/quickcup-cup-holder
What exactly are those called
I believed they are called storage bins with tubs
Is why didn't you just unscrew the screw from the bottom side with the vice script pliers instead of the top same principle just different side
I tried that, the screws didn't go thru enough to get the pliers on
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures she thick then!
They’re very nice I’d like to get to, but they are way out of my price range
I was thinking about getting some of those until I saw the price..
It was tough on me. Lol
Safety glasses ???
Removed styrofoam? No way for me. I like to have a boat that will float if it’s swamped.
Their is still Foam in two benches and the front. I think it will be fine, Maybe. LOL
are your bins water tight? they should help it float.
Dude stay off the water..wow
@@joebird1400 9 months later...
Are you suggesting the OP or I stay off the water?
Part numbers???
I couldn't find them, But I will get with Boat Outfitters and post it in the description, hopeful next week.
Screws not rated for impact driver. Nice boxes.
I didn't know you could get them rated for a impact driver. Where do I find them?
Get some Vampliers... Amazon
I will check into them
You should have used pop rivets instead
I think you might be right
Yes take all that foam out of your boats so you’ll lose everything if you take on water. 😆
A good way to remove the foam floatation to make room for your storage box is to burn it out with a Bienzymatic propane torch.
Can you sit on the hatches
Yes, they are strong
I like the storage but now you will sink and you loose everything!!
I actually still have foam in two other benches, plus the front. I believe I'll be ok. Maybe!
At gary McCann let's hope you don't have a boat for someone to tell you that your gonna sink and lose all of your shit and maybe your dam life for sinking. Boy you're jinx stay away from good people whom only trying to make life easier and on a budget DIY to say I'm impressed that I really done it myself without paying high dollar price to be comfortable in my boat. you could have said something a whole lot nicer. Bruh
@@MichaelDavisOutdoorAdventures the engine is where the weight is you could wind up floating stearn down but the bow straight up. But!!!! in 70 years of boating neither my self nor friends have ever sunk a boat. Probably should not say that. Now I may sink my boat.
@@johngray2526 hey John, I have never sunk a boat but stuff happens. I fish the Texad coast. In Matagorda bay the waves can stack up is a few min's with a afternoon thunderstorm. And it is a long swim to anywhere.
@@garymccann2960 bruh I've been Brownsville all the way to Caribbean to south Carolina the whole coastal waters in the Gulf of Mexico working on a 165 foot crewboats and offshore tugs I've owned my own boats ranging from 12 footers to 36 foot in my lifetime never have I disrespect the waters or any safety guidelines along with mother nature if the boats aren't seaworthy I don't get on it. I've lived on the Gulf of Mexico nearly my entire life. working on boats months at a time. I have never told any boaters what you had said just because a little styrofoam had been removed to install an dry storage or a live well... but happy safe boating to you bruh stay safe on all waters including your bathtub
1 rain gets everywhere 2 wtf they sell caulk white? really? just for that junk. need glasses just watching.
Can I pls get a shoot out
I subbed and hit the bell. How about that?
Michael Davis Outdoor Adventures thanks you awesome
Friendly tip, you shouldn’t use stainless steel screws on aluminum. Stainless is corrosion resistant but not when it contacts aluminum. The two metals react with each other and actually cause corrosion over time.
Thanks for the tip. I knew steel and Aluminum was that way, didn't know stainless did. Thanks for sharing your knowledge
Great video, but man, $$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Thanks for the time and videoing your Restoration. Oh and check out my upgrades on my G3 Sportsman for more ideas at th-cam.com/video/UBA1ExuXCZo/w-d-xo.html
What’s the item number for those bins?
I will get with Boat Outfitters and post the part number in the description. Hopefully next week.
Ok. I was on their site but just didn’t see it. Might of just missed it.